HM Plumbing Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

5 Benefits of Hydro Jetting Services

Monday, May 20th, 2024
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Hydro jetting is a powerful plumbing technique offering numerous benefits for residential and commercial properties. This method involves using high-pressure water streams to clean and clear out drains and sewer lines, making it a highly effective solution for various plumbing issues. Let’s explore five key benefits of hydro jet services in Atlanta.

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How to Prevent a Sewer Backup Caused by Heavy Rains

Monday, May 6th, 2024
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Dealing with a sewer backup can be messy and stressful. It can potentially damage your property and pose health risks. Knowing how to prevent a sewer backup can save you from these hassles and protect your home and family.

Here’s a guide to help you prevent sewer backups and know when to find Marietta sewer line repair.

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4 Drain Issues Caused From Post-Beach Showers

Monday, April 8th, 2024
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After a fun day at the beach, showering off the sand and saltwater is a refreshing way to clean up. However, frequent beach showers can lead to drain issues if not managed properly. Below, we’ll explore seven common drain problems caused by showering after the beach and provide tips on preventing plumbing issues.

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Drain Clogs Aren’t Just a Nuisance

Monday, March 25th, 2024
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Addressing drain clogs is often seen as a minor inconvenience regarding home maintenance. However, overlooking or neglecting drain clogs can lead to a cascade of problems that can significantly affect your home’s safety, comfort, and structural integrity. Let’s jump into what else can happen if you don’t handle drain clogs immediately and why seeking drain cleaning in Marietta can prevent future headaches. 

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5 Common Plumbing Problems in High-Rise Apartments

Monday, March 11th, 2024
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High-rise living offers the best urban experiences, but it also comes with unique plumbing challenges. Residents of high-rise apartments and condos often encounter plumbing issues that require specialized solutions. Read on to learn about the most common problems you might find in high-rise apartment and condo buildings.  

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Is Repiping Covered By My Homeowner’s Insurance?

Monday, February 26th, 2024
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Homeownership brings with it many responsibilities, including the maintenance and upkeep of your property. One of the most crucial components of your home is its plumbing system which may require extensive repairs or even complete replacement eventually. A whole house repiping is a costly and extensive plumbing service. 

Homeowners frequently ask us if whole house repiping is ever covered by homeowner’s insurance. Let’s look at the factors that influence whether whole-house repiping is covered. Keep in mind that every homeowner’s policy is different and there is no single or straightforward answer to this question and that contacting your specific insurance provider is recommended.

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6 Residential Plumbing Services We Can Help With

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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If you’ve only needed a plumber for a quick plumbing repair, consider yourself lucky! Residential plumbing is a complex network of pipes, fixtures, fittings, and drains. There’s a lot that can go wrong.

And many homeowners don’t know that plumbers are the people to call when you need a gas line installed or a water heater replaced in their home. Let’s go over a list of residential plumbing services we can help you with. Hopefully, you’ll never need some of the services on this list. But if you do, you know who to call.

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Get Your Home’s Plumbing Ready for The Big Game!

Monday, January 15th, 2024
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Are you hosting or attending a “Big Game” party this year? Right after Thanksgiving, the day after The Big Game is when a lot of homeowners call for plumbing services. That’s because it’s the second-largest day of food consumption in the US! The vast amounts of food and guests can wreak havoc on a home’s plumbing system.

Here are some tips to get your home’s plumbing Big Game ready! These tips will also come in handy if you’re a guest at someone else’s party. No one wants to be the person who causes a backed-up sink or toilet! Avoid having to call for a plumber and ruining the festivities with these 4 tips.

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How Much Water Does a Leaky Faucet Waste?

Monday, December 4th, 2023
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When one of your home’s faucets has a leak, you’re probably not going to call for immediate faucet repair. Although a leaky faucet doesn’t warrant a prompt repair, it’s still a problematic situation since those tiny drips can add up to a lot of water wastage. 

In fact, the average leaky faucet produces around 10 drips a minute, wasting an entire gallon of water per day. More significant leaks like a faucet that leaks 120 drops per minute will waste about 11 gallons of water a day! 

Not only is this a waste of one of the Earth’s most precious resources, but those water leaks will add up, costing you more on your water bill every month. Let’s look at some other sources of water wastage in your home so you’ll know to give us a call to fix these water wasters for you. 

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Is Your Plumbing Ready for the Holidays?

Tuesday, November 21st, 2023
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If you had to guess which day of the year is the busiest for plumbers, what would you say? If the first thing that popped into your mind was a major holiday, you’re on the right path. In fact, the busiest day of the year for plumbers is often the day after Thanksgiving. 

With the heartiness of the meals prepared in kitchens across the US, your drains pay the price. Why not avoid having to call us for Atlanta plumbing repair the day after Thanksgiving–or even worse–on Thanksgiving itself? No one wants their day ruined by a flooded kitchen sink or stinky drains. 

To avoid seeing us over the holidays, take 5 minutes to read the 3 tips below on how to get your plumbing system ready for the holiday season or any time of year when you use your kitchen a lot.

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